
The Movie Teller(2023)
“Everyone has a story to tell”
Overview
María Margarita is the youngest of four siblings in a family living in a mining town in the Atacama Desert (Chile). The most special time of the week for this family is Sunday, when they all go to the movies to enjoy stories that let them escape their everyday lives by transporting them to other worlds. The girl’s parents soon realise that the little girl has a very special gift: an almost uncanny ability to recount movies. The girl’s extraordinary talent will spread throughout the village, changing the fortunes of her family as the country is transformed forever.
Director
Lone Scherfig
Studio
Embankment Films
Cast

Bérénice Bejo
as María Magnolia

Antonio de la Torre
as Medardo

Daniel Brühl
as Hauser

Sara Becker
as María Margarita Mayor

Alondra Valenzuela
as María Margarita (8-10)

Joaquín Guzmán
as Marcelino (19/14)
Santiago Urbina
as Marcelino (11)
Elian Ponce
as Mariano (14)
Francisco Díaz
as Mariano (18/22)
Beltran Izquierdo
as Mirto (13)
Alfred Borner
as Mirto (17/19)
Simón Beltrán
as Mauricio (11/14)
Where to Watch
This movie is not yet available on streaming platforms. It may still be in theaters or awaiting a digital release.
Movie Facts
Release Year
2023
Runtime
1h 56m
Language
Spanish
Rating
6.5 / 10
Production Companies
Embankment Films • Selenium Films • A Contracorriente Films
You Might Also Like
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Movie Teller?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Movie Teller (2023).
What is The Movie Teller about?▼
María Margarita is the youngest of four siblings in a family living in a mining town in the Atacama Desert (Chile). The most special time of the week for this family is Sunday, when they all go to the movies to enjoy stories that let them escape their everyday lives by transporting them to other worlds. The girl’s parents soon realise that the little girl has a very special gift: an almost uncanny ability to recount movies. The girl’s extraordinary talent will spread throughout the village, changing the fortunes of her family as the country is transformed forever.
Who directed The Movie Teller?▼
The Movie Teller was directed by Lone Scherfig and released in 2023. It is a drama, history film.
How long is The Movie Teller?▼
The Movie Teller has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
Who stars in The Movie Teller?▼
The cast of The Movie Teller includes Bérénice Bejo as María Magnolia, Antonio de la Torre as Medardo, Daniel Brühl as Hauser, Sara Becker as María Margarita Mayor, Alondra Valenzuela as María Margarita (8-10) and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.








